Description
Lemon Garlic Chicken is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that brings a burst of citrus and savory goodness to your table. This recipe features tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, then seared to perfection and baked until juicy. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a memorable meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 large lemons (about 1/2 cup)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag and pour marinade over it. Seal and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Sear chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg